Georgia's Kirby Smart says he'd support SEC breaking away, playing 'by our own rules'
Georgia head coach Kirby Smart has expressed support for the SEC potentially breaking away from traditional college football governance. This comes amid frustrations regarding the lack of regulation in areas like the transfer portal and NIL. Smart's comments align with those of university president Jere Morehead, who suggested an SEC-only playoff could be beneficial.
- ▪The SEC has not supported a 24-team College Football Playoff, unlike other conferences.
- ▪Kirby Smart endorsed the idea of the SEC governing itself and possibly having its own playoff.
- ▪Jere Morehead, the president of the University of Georgia, has voiced concerns about the current compliance and NIL regulations.
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